Description
A creamy, spiced chicken pasta dish cooked in a slow cooker, perfect for busy weeknight dinners or casual get-togethers.
Ingredients
- 1 pound chicken breast, diced (about 2 medium breasts)
- 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 cups penne pasta, cooked al dente
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 bell pepper, chopped
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Parmesan cheese for serving
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Prep the ingredients: dice the chicken into bite-sized pieces, chop the pepper and onion, and mince garlic.
- Add to the crock pot: place the diced chicken in the slow cooker. Sprinkle the Cajun seasoning over the chicken, then add the heavy cream, chicken broth, chopped bell pepper, onion, and minced garlic. Stir gently.
- Slow-cook: cover and set the slow cooker to low for 6–7 hours, or high for 3–4 hours.
- Cook the pasta: about 30 minutes before serving, bring salted water to a boil and cook the penne until just al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Combine and finish: add the drained pasta to the crock pot and stir until the pasta is evenly coated. Taste and season with salt and pepper as needed.
- Serve: dish into bowls and top with freshly grated Parmesan and chopped parsley.
Notes
For a lighter sauce, swap half the heavy cream for half-and-half. For a gluten-free option, use gluten-free penne or rice instead of pasta.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 360 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Southern